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Žatec, Czechia

Ústecký kraj · Czechia

Žatec is a small city in Ústecký kraj, Czechia with a population of 18,959. Elevation: 764 ft (233 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
18,959 Population 1,150/sq mi density
764 ft Elevation 233 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
28.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Prague Timezone
$29,376 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$29,376 median income

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People

Population18,959
Density1,150/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$29,376

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain28.2 in/yr
Sunny Days218/yr
Elevation764 ft (233 m)
Population18,959
Population Density1,150 / sq mi
Elevation764 ft (233 m)
Coordinates50.3272°, 13.5458°
TimezoneEurope/Prague
Country🇨🇿 Czechia
State / ProvinceÚstecký kraj
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation28.2 inches (715 mm)
Annual Snowfall28.8 inches (73 cm)
Median Household Income$29,376

About Žatec

Žatec is a small city in Czechia (Ústecký kraj) with a population of 18,959. The city sits at an elevation of 764 feet (233 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Prague.

The median household income in Žatec is $29,376, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 1,896 business establishments.

Income: Žatec vs Czechia

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Income

Median HH Income$29,376
61% below Czechia avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)1,896

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Žatec

Žatec has an average annual temperature of 6.5°C (44°F). The hottest month is Jul (15.6°C), the coldest is Jan (-2.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 878 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -2.3°C / 28°F -5.1° / 0.5° 83.3
Feb -1.8°C / 29°F -5° / 1.5° 54.1
Mar 1.6°C / 35°F -2.6° / 5.8° 61.0
Apr 6.4°C / 44°F 0.4° / 12.3° 45.4
May 10°C / 50°F 4.1° / 15.8° 77.6
Jun 13.6°C / 56°F 7.6° / 19.6° 91.3
Jul 15.6°C / 60°F 9.4° / 21.9° 82.5
Aug 15°C / 59°F 8.7° / 21.2° 90.6
Sep 11°C / 52°F 5.7° / 16.4° 78.3
Oct 6.7°C / 44°F 2.7° / 10.7° 77.1
Nov 2.5°C / 37°F -0.3° / 5.3° 62.8
Dec -0.7°C / 31°F -3.4° / 2° 73.6
Žatec experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 218 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 28.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 28.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 764 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below Czechia avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days218 days/yr

Geography

Elevation764 ft (233 m)
Area16.5 sq mi (42.7 km²)
Population Density1,150/sq mi
Coordinates50.3272°N, 13.5458°W
TimezoneEurope/Prague

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.2"
26% below Czechia avg
Snowfall 28.8"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.46"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.38"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

129 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.2 on May 22, 2018.

Nov 6, 2000 4 km WNW of Habartov, Czechia M4.2 76 km
May 21, 2018 2 km SSE of Erlbach, Germany M4.1 83 km
Nov 6, 2000 4 km NE of Skalná, Czechia M4.0 83 km
Sep 4, 2011 5 km WSW of Habartov, Czechia M4.0 78 km
Apr 13, 1995 5 km SSE of Seiffen, Germany M3.8 31 km
Sep 8, 2000 0 km N of Skalná, Czechia M3.8 86 km
Nov 6, 2000 4 km WNW of Habartov, Czechia M3.8 76 km
Apr 10, 1990 4 km NW of ?wieradów-Zdrój, Poland M3.8 141 km
Jun 1, 1997 2 km WNW of Bad Brambach, Germany M3.8 91 km
May 31, 2014 4 km NE of Skalná, Czechia M3.8 82 km
Oct 23, 2000 4 km WNW of Habartov, Czechia M3.8 76 km
Nov 6, 2000 4 km WNW of Habartov, Czechia M3.6 76 km
Sep 4, 2000 3 km S of Hranice, Czechia M3.6 98 km
Oct 29, 2000 4 km WNW of Habartov, Czechia M3.6 76 km
Jun 5, 2001 2 km NW of Schöneck, Germany M3.5 89 km
Mar 29, 1991 5 km S of ?eská Lípa, Czechia M3.5 77 km
Oct 15, 2000 4 km WNW of Habartov, Czechia M3.5 76 km
Nov 6, 2000 4 km WNW of Habartov, Czechia M3.5 76 km
Oct 15, 2000 4 km WNW of Habartov, Czechia M3.5 76 km
Nov 6, 2000 4 km WNW of Habartov, Czechia M3.4 76 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 1.5 in
February 32°F (-0°C) 1.4 in Coldest, Driest
March 39°F (4°C) 1.8 in
April 47°F (8°C) 1.5 in
May 56°F (13°C) 2.6 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.1 in
July 68°F (20°C) 3.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.8 in
September 57°F (14°C) 1.9 in
October 47°F (9°C) 1.9 in
November 38°F (3°C) 1.7 in
December 32°F (0°C) 1.7 in

Žatec has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 32°F in February to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.5") and February the driest (1.4").

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Schools in Žatec

15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Základní umělecká škola - - - -
SSŠ - - - -
Základní škola Jižní - - - -
Obchodní akademie a Střední odborná škola zemědělská a ekologická Žatec - - - -
ZŠ Komenského alej - - - -
Gymnázium Žatec - - - -
Střední škola Zemědělská a Ekologická Žatec - - - -
Základní škola Jižní - - - -
Dětský domov, ZŠ a Střední škola Žatec - - - -
Základní škola a Mateřská škola Žatec Dvořákova - - - -
Střední odborné učiliště a Střední odborná škola SČMSD Žatec - - - -
ZŠ a MŠ Žatec, Dvořákova - - - -
Střední průmyslová škola elektrotechnická a zařízení pro další vzdělávání pedagogických pracovníků - - - -
Obchodní akademie a Střední odborná škola zemědělská a ekologická Žatec - - - -
ZŠ 28. října - - - -
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Radio Stations near Žatec

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Erzgebirgs-Weihnacht (DE) erzgebirge, heimat MP3 128 kbps
Erzgebirgs Weihnacht (DE) erzgebirge, volksmusik MP3 128 kbps
Phonk Nation Radio phonk MP3 128 kbps
Radio Dresden - Weihnachtsradio (DE) christmas MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Žatec

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Chmelařské muzeum
Chmelařské muzeum
Chrám Chmele a Piva
Galerie Jirkov
Historical railway
Kaolin na Podbořansku
Kounovské kamenné řady
Křížova Vila
Letecké muzeum
Muzeum amerických veteránů JK CLASSICS
Muzeum Českých drah
Muzeum pivovarnictví Žatecka
Muzeum předválečného opevnění
Muzeum T. G. Masaryka Rakovník
Oblastní muzeum a galerie
Oblastní muzeum v Chomutově
Podkrušnohorské technické muzeum
Railroad depot of National technical museum at Chomutov
Regionální muzeum K. A. Polánka v Žatci
Renesanční sladovna
Retro Computer
Vlastivědní muzeum Jesenice

Libraries in Žatec

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Knihovna0.0
Knihovna Braňany0.0
Městská knihovna0.0
Městská knihovna Bílina0.0
Městská knihovna Bílina0.0
Městská knihovna Bílina0.0
Městská knihovna Most0.0
Městská knihovna Rakovník0.0
Městská knihovna Rakovník0.0
Městská knihovna v Jirkově0.0
Městské knihovna Podbořany0.0
Místní knihovna Lenešice0.0
Obecní knihovna Olešná0.0
Státní okresní archiv Rakovník0.0

Farmers Markets in Žatec

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Trhy
Tržnice Minicentrum

Hotels in Žatec

3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Černý Orel Žatec
Hotel U Hada
Hotel Zlatý Lev

Restaurants in Žatec

12 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Čáp
Chaloupka
Jaipur
MAKA - Korejská restaurace
Pizzeria Panamera
Pod Branou
Pražská
Restaurace Kapitán
Restaurace Ostrov
Restaurant & pivovar "U Orloje" (Chrám Chmele a Piva)
Švejk Restaurant
U Medvěda

Cafes in Žatec

5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kavárna S Duší
Mlsná koza
Ramon Cafe
Stop Cafe
Stop Cafe

Cinemas in Žatec

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

letní kino

Theatres in Žatec

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Divadlo

Veterinaries in Žatec

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

MVDr. Frýba

Train Stations in Žatec

2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Žatec
Žatec západ

Bus Stations in Žatec

2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Autobusové nádraží Žatec čekárna
Autobusový terminál Žatec

Gas Stations in Žatec

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

KM-Prona, Žatec
Orlen
Orlen
Silmet Žatec

Banks in Žatec

4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Česká spořitelna
Komerční banka
Komerční banka
Moneta Bank

Shopping Malls in Žatec

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Stop Shop

Gyms in Žatec

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

G-Titan . Muay thai Zatec . Box . MMA

Breweries in Žatec

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Pivovar Karásek
Pivovar Olešná
Pivovar Žatec
Poddžbánský pivovar

Stadiums & Teams in Žatec

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Žatec

14 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
ski areál Padák 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Skiareál Nižbor 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Skiareál Náprava 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Skiareál Klínovec 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Skiareál Neklid 0.0 - - $0 - - -
u Lišáka 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Skiareál Neklid 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Skiareál Novako 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Skigebiet Oberwiesenthal 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Skiverein Sehmatal e.V. Skilift Neudorf 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Skilift Erzgebirge Skiclub Olbernhau 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Winterwelt Rehefeld 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Skilift Altenberg 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Skilift am Rotterhang 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Žatec

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Karlovy Vary AirportKLVLarge Airport
Václav Havel Airport PraguePRGLarge Airport
Plzeň-Líně Airport-Medium Airport
Beedeln Ultralight Flightpark-Small Airport
Bezdružice Airstrip-Small Airport
Bitozeves Airfield-Small Airport
Březno u Chomutova Airstrip-Small Airport
Bubovice Airfield-Small Airport
Buranos Aires Ultralight Strip-Small Airport
Bynovec Airfield-Small Airport
Charvátce Airfield-Small Airport
Chemnitz/Jahnsdorf Airfield-Small Airport
Chomutov Airfield-Small Airport
Chotěšov Airfield-Small Airport
Dušníky Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
Erpužice Airfield-Small Airport
Großrückerswalde Airfield-Small Airport
Hořovice Airfield-Small Airport
Jeneč Airstrip-Small Airport
Kladno Airfield-Small Airport
Kostelec Airstrip-Small Airport
Kralovice Airstrip-Small Airport
Langhennersdorf Airfield-Small Airport
Letkov Airfield-Small Airport
Lochousice-Small Airport
Lukla Airstrip-Small Airport
Manětín Airstrip-Small Airport
Mohorn Airfield-Small Airport
Most Airfield-Small Airport
Ostrov Airfield-Small Airport
Panensky Tynec Airfield-Small Airport
Panoší Újezd Airfield-Small Airport
Pirna-Pratzschwitz Airfield-Small Airport
Plasy Rybnice Airfield-Small Airport
Plešnice Airfield-Small Airport
Podbořany Airstrip-Small Airport
Polepy Airfield-Small Airport
Pretzschendorf Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
Příbram Airfield-Small Airport
Radovesice Airfield-Small Airport
Rakovnik Airfield-Small Airport
Rana Loumy Airfield-Small Airport
Rokycany Airfield-Small Airport
Roudnice nad Labem Airfield-Small Airport
Sazená Airfield-Small Airport
Slaný Airfield-Small Airport
Teplice Airfield-Small Airport
Terezín Airfield-Small Airport
Toužim Airfield-Small Airport
Usti Nad Labem Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Žatec

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Žatec 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Žatec

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
býv. kapucínský klášter
Děkanský kostel Nanebevzetí Panny Marie
Evangelický kostel
kaple sv. Antonína
Korunování Panny Marie
Svatý Jakub

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Prague

🇨🇿 About Czechia

Capital Prague
Population 10,625,695
Area 78,866 km²
GDP (USD) $345,059,295,660
GDP per capita $31,762
HDI 0.905
Life expectancy 79.9 years
Internet users 86.0%
Urban population 72.7%
Currency CZK (Koruna)
Languages Czech, Slovak
Calling code +420
TLD .cz
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Czechia

13 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Den obnovy samostatného českého státu; Nový rok
Apr 3 Good Friday Velký pátek
Apr 6 Easter Monday Velikonoční pondělí
May 1 Labour Day Svátek práce
May 8 Liberation Day Den vítězství
Jul 5 Saints Cyril and Methodius Day Den slovanských věrozvěstů Cyrila a Metoděje
Jul 6 Jan Hus Day Den upálení mistra Jana Husa
Sep 28 St. Wenceslas Day Den české státnosti
Oct 28 Independent Czechoslovak State Day Den vzniku samostatného československého státu
Nov 17 Struggle for Freedom and Democracy Day Den boje za svobodu a demokracii a Mezinárodní den studentstva
Dec 24 Christmas Eve Štědrý den
Dec 25 Christmas Day 1. svátek vánoční
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day 2. svátek vánoční

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Frequently Asked Questions About Žatec

What is the population of Žatec?

Žatec has a population of 18,959 residents and is located in Czechia. The population density is 1,150 people per square mile, spread across 16.5 square miles.

Is Žatec expensive to live in?

The median household income is $29,376, 61% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Žatec?

Žatec has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 218 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 28.2 inches, with 28.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Žatec?

There are 1,896 business establishments in the area.

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